Curtis Stigers
Pocklington Arts Centre was the venue for Curtis Stigers sell out show. The singer, songwriter, saxophonist and his ensemble delivered seductive renditions of the works from various well known writers as well as his own work. The evening was magic as Curtis told the 200 capacity audience it was like singing in a front room, very intimate, and enjoyable, com paired to some of the venues he had played.
Curtis has a unusual voice, slightly reminiscent of soulful south American singers, very refreshing. Coupled with the talented saxophone playing, it makes a heady mix backed up by stand up base, piano and drums. Just perfect for this venue, not over the top PA, enough to reinforce the acoustic instruments to every corner with out discomfort, yet with bags of feeling, well done all.
John Mayall
Hull City Hall was the venue chosen by John Mayall & The Blues Breakers for an evening of consummate glory to any one with an ear for quality blues, dished out by the master himself. The man is seventy ish but that does not stop him, the quality was superb, a mix of the old ones blended seamlessly with new material. Mike Taylor the well known guitar player from the Rolling Stones was on stage playing along with Hank playing base and Buddy playing a butifully set up fender strat that had seen many happy hours on stage with the paint worn off with repeated use, Buddy made it sing. These guys are from all over the place Hank & Buddy coming over from USA for the tour a truly international mix and very enjoyable too.
